This National Park Service campground requires reservations and costs $65 for the seasonal period from April through October. The group sites accommodate tent camping only, with no RV access permitted. Site three spans a large, level area with a substantial fire ring and abundant wood gathering opportunities nearby.
A short trail connects the camping area directly to the Current River, while basic outhouse facilities sit up a brief walk from the sites. The forested and open terrain provides drinking water, trash service, and picnic tables, though grass maintenance can be inconsistent according to returning visitors. Campers can access the site by both vehicle and boat, making it suitable for tent camping options near Ozark National Scenic Riverways and river-based trips.
Description
Overview
Two of America's clearest spring-fed rivers combine to create the Ozark National Scenic Riverways in the rolling, forested landscape of Akers. Visitors to the campground enjoy various water activities, as well as hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.
Recreation
The crystal-clear Current River flows past the campground, offering excellent canoeing, tubing, swimming and fishing. Over 130 miles of waterways exist within the park. Canoe and kayak rentals and outfitters can be found nearby. Several miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the region, include the Alley Overlook Trail, Chubb Hollow Trail, Ozark Trail, Cave Spring Trail and Big Springs Trail.
Facilities
This group campground is open year round with limited facilities in the off season.
Natural Features
Known for its caves, springs, sinkholes and losing streams, the Ozark National Scenic Riverways have over 300 identified caves within its boundaries. The caves range in size from a rock overhang to almost seven miles of identified passages. Eight caves, including an open sinkhole, have been designated as outstanding natural features. The Ozark forest is mostly White oak and Shortleaf pine, Missouri's only native pine species. Along the rivers, Sycamores, Cottonwoods, River birch and maples are common. Redbud and dogwood are also abundant, putting on a spectacular show during most spring months.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (573) 323-4236.
Nearby Attractions
Scenic Round Spring Cave is nearby, with ranger-guided tours offered daily during summer months. Historic and picturesque Alley Mill and Alley Spring are nearby. The mill is open daily in the summer and ranger-offered tours are available upon request.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsAkers Group Campground is located in Missouri near Jadwin
Directions
Akers Campground is 20 miles (32 km) south of Salem, Missouri. From Salem, take Highway 19 south 4 miles (6.4 km). Turn right on Highway KK for 16 miles (26 km) to Akers Group Campground. The campground is 1/2 mile (.8 km) north of Akers Ferry (junction of Highways K and KK).
Address
HCR 1 Box 455
Jadwin, MO 65501
Coordinates
37.38306 N
91.56944 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 57 min from Jefferson City, MO
- 2 hrs 20 min from St. Louis, MO
- 2 hrs 29 min from Springfield, MO
- 2 hrs 42 min from Cape Girardeau, MO
